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Film Former

SODIUM C4-12 OLEFIN/MALEIC ACID COPOLYMER

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A sodium-neutralised olefin/maleic acid copolymer — used as a film former and dispersion stabiliser. Skin-safe inert polymer; environmental persistence is the main caveat.

Function

BINDINGEMULSION STABILISINGFILM FORMINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Film former and rheology modifier
  • Stabilises pigment dispersions
  • Boosts wear in colour cosmetics

Known concerns

  • Trace residual monomer possible
  • Non-biodegradable polymer
  • Limited individual safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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